Elk Mound's Kongshaug named L-T Prep Athlete of the Week
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Clara Kongshaug is off to a blazing start for the Colfax-Elk Mound girls golf team this season.
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The sophomore recently won three events while excelling in her second year on the varsity team. Kongshaug had a superb freshman season that culminated with a fifth place finish at the WIAA state tournament.
She had an outstanding summer playing at the junior level while winning numerous events in Wisconsin. Kongshaug also plays basketball for the Elk Mound High School team that is coached by her father, Jordan.
The Leader-Telegram recently caught up with Kongshaug, the High School Athlete of the Week, to learn a little more about her.
What is your favorite sport besides the one you specialize in?
My favorite sport besides golf is basketball.
Something I learned from a coach that I will never forget is ...
Something I learned from my high school golf coach, Ryan Krall, that I will never forget is that he always reminds me that great moments are born from great opportunities. This advice helps me stay calm in high pressure situations.
My favorite moment playing sports was ...
Attending PGA Jr. League Nationals in Frisco, Texas. During my time there, I made fun memories with my team, played an amazing course, and met Tony Finau and Will Zalatoris.
My most embarrassing moment while competing was ...
When I forgot my ball mark on the first hole, so my mom had to run back to our car and get it.
My favorite sports team is ...
The Milwaukee Brewers.
A role model that has had the most influence on me is ...
My sister, Belle.
Something on my bucket list is ...
Traveling Europe with my sister.
If I had free concert tickets, I would see ...
Taylor Swift.
Favorite subject in school and why?
My favorite subject in school is math because it challenges me.
My favorite meal is ...
Fettuccine Alfredo from Olive Garden.
My favorite TV show is ...
New Girl.
One movie I could watch over and over is ...
How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days.
If I won the lottery, my first purchase would be ...
An indoor golf simulator for my basement.
If I had free tickets to go to a pro sports event, it would be ...
The Masters.
My biggest pet peeve is ...
When I hit a great drive and it ends up in a divot.
In my free time I enjoy ...
Reading and hanging out with my friends.
If I could have one super power it would be ...
The ability to start and stop time.
My favorite motivational slogan or quote is ...
“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me” Philippians 4:13
In 25 years, I will be ...
Successful in my career, have a family, and still be playing golf regularly.
Something about myself that would surprise people is ...
That I’ve always had an interest in cosmetology. I love to do hair and nails for my friends.
This week's Athlete of the Week sponsored by Security Financial Bank